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Adriana Taylor

b. 1946

Australian politician

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About Adriana Taylor

Born 1946. Adriana Taylor is an Australian and Dutch politician.

Adriana Johanna Taylor (born 20 August 1946) is an Australian politician. She was an Independent member of the Tasmanian Legislative Council for Elwick from 2010 to 2016.

She was born in Tilburg in the Netherlands, and migrated with her family to Australia in 1956.

Taylor, a short-term Labor Party member and former mayor of Glenorchy from 2005 to 2011, ran as an independent for the seat of Elwick in 2010, which was being vacated by Labor-turned-independent MLC Terry Martin following charges of child sexual abuse. She easily defeated her Labor opponent with 49% of the vote.

She was defeated by Labor candidate Josh Willie at the 2016 periodic elections.

She was appointed Commissioner for Huon Valley Council in October 2016 following the dismissal of the municipal council by the State Government.

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Important facts

Born
20 August 1946, Tilburg
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Australia, Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
University of New England, University of New England (Australia)
Positions held
Member of the Tasmanian Legislative Council
Also known as
Adriana Johanna Taylor

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Adriana Taylor?

Australian politician

When was Adriana Taylor born?

Adriana Taylor was born on 20 August 1946 in Tilburg.

What is Adriana Taylor's occupation?

Adriana Taylor is a politician.

What nationality is Adriana Taylor?

Adriana Taylor is Australian and Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Adriana Taylor

· Wikidata: Q4685527

· DBpedia: Adriana Taylor

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